Risk: Low Gas Extraction Operational

PETROLEUM DEVELOPMENT - FABRIZIUS 41-1 Gas Extraction Facility, Eaton, Colorado

EATON, 4.6 MI E OF, Colorado, United States

Overview

PETROLEUM DEVELOPMENT - FABRIZIUS 41-1 is a gas extraction facility located in Weld County, Colorado, United States. It is operational and serves the region's natural gas production needs.

PETROLEUM DEVELOPMENT - FABRIZIUS 41-1 is a gas extraction facility situated in Weld County, Colorado, approximately 4.6 miles east of Eaton. The facility is operational and contributes to the natural gas production in the Denver-Julesburg Basin, a key region for oil and gas activity in the United States. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the U.S. Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and the Department of Transportation's 49 CFR Part 192, which governs pipeline safety. As a gas extraction site, it is part of the broader infrastructure that feeds into local gathering lines and transmission systems. The NAICS codes 211112 and 211130 indicate its involvement in natural gas extraction and support activities. This facility plays a role in supplying natural gas to the regional grid, supporting residential, commercial, and industrial energy needs in northern Colorado. Its location in Weld County places it within an area with significant hydrocarbon production, contributing to the state's energy portfolio and local economy.

Environmental context

The facility is located in an agricultural and semi-arid region of Colorado, where water resources and air quality are key environmental considerations. Proximity to populated areas like Eaton requires careful management of emissions and noise. The area is subject to occasional seismic activity, though risks are low. Regulatory oversight by PHMSA and state agencies ensures adherence to safety and environmental standards.

Frequently asked questions

The facility is located in Weld County, Colorado, approximately 4.6 miles east of Eaton, at the address NE NE SEC 1 T6N R65W.

It is a gas extraction facility that produces natural gas from the Denver-Julesburg Basin, contributing to the regional energy supply.

The facility is currently operational.

Gas extraction facilities in Colorado must comply with U.S. PHMSA pipeline safety regulations, DOT 49 CFR Part 192, and state-level rules from the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC).

The Denver-Julesburg Basin is a major oil and gas producing region in Colorado, with extensive natural gas infrastructure supporting local and national energy needs.

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